Your PharmD Bestie Podcast

In Episode 3 of Your PharmD Bestie, host Alina Luk, PharmD is joined by Valerie Htun, PharmD from UCSF to discuss their pharmacy school experience, with a special focus on OSCEs (Objective Structured Clinical Exams) and exam preparation. They share valuable insights on handling academic challenges, maintaining work-life balance, and navigating the pharmacy school application process. Drawing from their experiences at UCSF, they offer practical advice for current and prospective pharmacy students.
 
00:00 Introduction
03:15 Understanding OSCEs
09:04 Overcoming Exam Nerves
16:09 Pharmacy School Exams
21:17 Handling Academic Challenges
27:24 Pharmacy School Applications
33:00 Advice for second-year undergraduates
38:36 Gap Year Discussion
45:36 Final thoughts

Show Notes

In Episode 3 of Your PharmD Bestie, host Alina Luk, PharmD is joined by Valerie Htun, PharmD from UCSF to discuss their pharmacy school experience, with a special focus on OSCEs (Objective Structured Clinical Exams) and exam preparation. They share valuable insights on handling academic challenges, maintaining work-life balance, and navigating the pharmacy school application process. Drawing from their experiences at UCSF, they offer practical advice for current and prospective pharmacy students.

 

00:00 Introduction

03:15 Understanding OSCEs

09:04 Overcoming Exam Nerves

16:09 Pharmacy School Exams

21:17 Handling Academic Challenges

27:24 Pharmacy School Applications

33:00 Advice for second-year undergraduates

38:36 Gap Year Discussion

45:36 Final thoughts

What is Your PharmD Bestie Podcast?

Your PharmD Bestie is a podcast under the Pharm So Hard Network, produced by Jimmy Pruitt. Hosted by pharmacist Alina Luk, the show provides an authentic and unfiltered look into the pharmacy profession, bridging the gap between students, residents, and practicing professionals. Alina Luk’s journey through pharmacy school and residency is filled with valuable lessons and experiences that she eagerly shares with her listeners. Through personal stories, professional insights, and practical advice, Alina explores topics ranging from navigating pharmacy school and residency to overcoming challenges and celebrating achievements as a practicing pharmacist. With guest contributions from preceptors, fellow professionals, and students, this podcast is a go-to resource for anyone passionate about pharmacy.